Location Guide - Cottesloe

Not suitable for beginners due to super shallow reef. Intermediates should not kite here during the winter months. Expert kiters will have a blast all year round. Please obey ALL RULES to ensure access is maintained.


Local Guidelines

There are some strict rules that have been imposed by the local council which all riders must abide by.

* do not setup or kite north of rosendo st
* do not setup on the grass at the phonebox, car park or play area (see signs).
* stay clear and give way to all swimmers & other water users, includng all windsurfers at dutch inn.
* only waksa/aksa members are allowed to kite at this location. aksa tags must be worn on harnesses at all times for easy i.d. by rangers. failure to do so may result in a fine and confiscation of equipment.

Water Condition

Protected flat water across shallow foot reefs. Heavy chop outside.

Small mushy surf in summer.

Beach Condition

White sandy beach,very busy during summer month with other beach goers.

 

 

Directions

Approx 12kms West of the CBD in the suburb of Cottesloe.

From Cottesloe, head South along Marine Parade. Kiting is restricted to between Rosendo St and Princess St.

Wind Directions

Cross Shore

Cross On Shore

On Shore

Cross On Shore

Cross Shore

Cross Off Shore

Off Shore

Cross Off Shore

Skill Level

Intermediate, Expert

Amenities

Showers, Food, First Aid, Rigging, Public Phone, Public Toilet, Parking


NOTE: Click on marker to get directions

 

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Location 

Currently 11°C
High 19°C
Low 6°C

Cloudy
Wind Chill 11°C
Wind Speed 12.87 km/h
Wind Direction 360
Sunrise 7:06 am
Sunset 5:39 pm